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Pet Sitter Confessional
Pet Sitter Confessional is the go-to podcast for pet sitters who want to grow, learn, and feel seen. Having run a pet sitting and dog walking business since 2012, Meghan and Collin share the real, behind-the-scenes life of professional pet sitting—from funny mishaps and tough lessons to business insights and personal stories. Each week, they also interview fellow sitters and industry pros to explore what it really takes to thrive in pet care. Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro…
Episodes
- Pet Sitter Confessional
271: Equipping Your Clients with Tami Guy
How do you equip your clients? What tools and resources do you provide them so they'll be the best pet parents? Tami Guy, owner of Creatures Pet Care in…
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270: Knowing Your Numbers
NOTE: in our discussion of accounts, payable and receivable, we got the terms switched around. Our apologies! We frequently talk about "knowing your numbers"…
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269: Being a Flight Nanny with JP Anunciacion
Summary: What does it take to be a flight nanny and how does someone get started? JP Anunciacion, owner of Dog Days & Cat Naps, who was previously on Episode…
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268: Why You Need Thick Skin in Business
Summary: We had a client abruptly stop using our services recently. It hurt. In the pet care industry, we invest so much of ourselves, which means we're more…
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267: Google My Business with Amy Toman
What is a Google My Business (GMB) listing and how does it help a local business? Amy Toman, from Pet Sitter SEO, discusses the power behind a well optimized…
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266: Rising Costs and Uncertainty
Summary: Once again, there is so much going on in the world around us. From Ukraine being invaded to rapidly rising inflation and gas prices, there's a lot to…
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265: Finding What Motivates You with Jane Torok
Summary: What motivates you? We don't operate in a vacuum and there are both intrinsic and extrinsic motivating factors that influence and drive our decisions…
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264: Writing Copy That Works
Summary: What is copy writing for your business and what makes it work to get clients? Copy writing is more than just ad copy, as it includes all of the…
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263: Start the Journey with Claire Aither
How do you stay on mission in your business? Claire Aither had to make a choice, go into a career she wasn't comfortable with, or find something else. A…
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262: You Should Attend a Conference
Have you attended a pet sitting conference? We just went to our first in-person conference, the Texas Pet Sitters Conference. Attending, especially in person…
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261: F.I.R.E. with Jen Tserng
What is your exit strategy from your business? ✌️Do you plan to, or hope to retire at some point? That takes a lot of planning and goal setting. Jen Tserng…
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260: Reflecting on Hiring
If you've been listening to the podcast the past few months, you know we have done a ton of episodes on the hiring process and what it has looked like for us…
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259: INSPIRE with Dom Hodgson
How do we keep up the momentum of growth and success we have, without pulling our hair out? Dom Hodgson, the Pet Biz Wiz, talks about growing your business…
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258: Working at the Pace of Dog with Jen Walmsley
What does it mean to actively help our clients and their pets reach their ideals? Jen Walmsley is a trainer and dog walker in Bedford and operates Fetch Club…
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257: Onboarding and Training Staff
Once your employee has signed on the dotted line to join your company, what happens next? It's now time for you to bring your new hire into your company and…
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256: Fear Free Pet Sitting with Mikkel Becker
What is Fear Free and how does it apply to being a pet sitter or dog walker? Mikkel Becker, from Fear Free and Fear Free Happy Homes, discusses how following…
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255: Feeling Overwhelmed and Inadequate?
Have you ever felt overwhelmed with everything you have to do? Or maybe you've felt inadequate because you can't seem to make any headway on your to-do list…
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254: Beyond Training with Garrett Stevens
Do you speak dog? Garrett Stevens has spent his life trying to understand what the animals around him are saying. Garrett owns Stevens Family Kennels and Dog…
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253: Becoming an Employer
What happens after you post your job ad? Should you be doing anything else? 🤔Turns out, there are a LOT of things you need to have in place and think through…
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252: Being in the Moment with Gricel Arroyo
How do you stay in the moment with your business? After only providing nail trims to meet the needs of her community, Gricel Arroyo has experienced rapid…
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251: From Application to Job Offer
Why is it important to have a multi-stage hiring process? It protects you and helps the applicants understand what to expect out of the position. in this…
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250: Stop Overcomplicating Marketing with Jane Harrell
Do you ever feel guilty that you should be doing more in your marketing? 📢With as many hats as we wear as business owners, it's common to start feeling like…
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249: How to Write a Job Ad
Summary: Have you ever posted a hiring ad? In the current job market it's more critical than ever to nail the ad posting so you get what you need out of your…
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248: Going The Extra Mile with K.C. Heitchue
How has your business grown? Growing rapidly is never easy. Since starting Fur Baby Comfort & Care three years ago, K.C. Heitchue has worked hard to provide…
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247: Why We Hired
Summary: Have you thought about hiring? We have. A LOT. We recently hired for the first time and will be doing a series of episodes on what the process was…
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246: The Power of Canva with Jessica Bay
Summary Have you ever used Canva for your business? It's a software and app that gets recommended as a great way to create social media posts, but what exactly…
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245: Pricing Mindset
Summary: Did you raise your prices starting January 1st? There are often stumbling blocks and fears surrounding charging what you need to in order for your…
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244: Roundtable: Pricing Your Services
Summary: How should you set your prices? 💰Because pricing is such a huge topic in the pet care industry, we asked Natasha O'Banion, Doug Keeling, & Dan Reitman…
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243: Our 2021 Wins!
What were your wins for 2021? On the last Monday of the year, we review what has happened to us this year. We discuss our biggest moment from each month and…
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242: Defining Your Company Culture with Riti Sobilo and Jen Austin
Have you ever thought about going green in your pet business? ♻️ Maybe you've looked into it but thought it was too much work. It turns out there is much more…
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241: How to Resolve Conflict the Right Way
How do you resolve conflict? All relationships have it, so it's imperative to know how to handle it. Whether you deal with clients, your staff, a significant…
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240: Being a Pet Detective with Arden Moore
Do you see yourself as an investigator? What about an educator and writer? We think you should, and Arden Moore agrees. Arden has a lifetime of not only…
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239: Looking Forward to 2022
With 2021 almost behind us, it's time to look ahead into 2022. What do you want to accomplish? What do you want your business to look like? In this episode, we…
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238: Making a Difference with Shelly Ross
How do you make a difference in the world? Each time you care for a pet, you are an integral part of their and their owner's lives. Shelly Ross is in the…
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237: How To Do a Year End business Review
Where did 2021 go? 💨 The year is almost over so it's time to sit down and reflect on what went right, and what could have gone better. We discuss how to…
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236: Power of Publicity with Rachel Spencer
Summary: What does publicity mean in 2021 and beyond? Why should I pay attention to it? Rachel Spencer has been working in media for over 20 years and…
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235: The Great Resignation and Pet Care
Summary The pandemic has brought about a new wave of the job market, The Great Resignation. Millions of people are leaving their jobs in search of something…
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234: Maximizing Tax Deductions with Mike Jesowshek
Summary: Not that anyone is counting, but there's only 145 days left until tax day in the US. To make sure we're making smart year end tax moves and setting…
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233: Eating Well as a Busy Pet Sitter
How do you plan your meals throughout the week? What makes a good snack for a busy dog walker and pet sitter? It's not easy and is unique for everyone. We sent…
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232: Valuing Yourself with Carla Tittle
How do you value yourself and handle tough times? Carla Tittle, owner of Texas Ruff House, stepped way from a career in elementary education on a sabbatical…
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231: Is it a scam?
Summary Have you ever been scammed? It's almost 2022, but that doesn't mean scammers aren't out there waiting to take advantage of you and your business. We…
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230: Opening an E-Commerce Store with Jenna Gotch
Are you interested in opening an e-commerce store? In 2021, it's easier than ever and provides many benefits beyond another stream of income. Jenna Gotch…
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229: Fear of Public Speaking
Do you have a fear of public speaking? As a small business owner, public speaking comes in all shapes and sizes. From the meet and greet, to impromptu…
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228: The Currency of Passion with Ashley Ann Odom
Where does your passion come from? How do you put your passion to work? Just having a passion for something is the first step. It's then up to us to fight for…
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227: Practice Makes Progress
Have you ever said the phrase, "practice makes perfect"? We should absolutely strive for perfection and use it as a motivating force through tough times or…
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226: Independent Contractors with Colleen Sedgwick
Can you use an Independent Contractors (IC) in your business? What are the benefits and what are the potential pitfalls? Colleen Sedgwick, Pet Nanny Coach, had…
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225: The Holiday Season!
The Holiday Season is upon us! But don't worry, it's NOT too late to get prepared and make sure you set your mental and emotional health as a priority. The…
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224: Emotional Intelligence with Wayne Hartley
What's the difference between a manager and a leader? How do you juggle wearing all of the hats? Wayne Hartley Jr., owner of Happy Hearts Pet Care, joins the…
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223: Starting a Pet Care Business
What are the business fundamentals for a pet sitting or dog walking business? Do you know someone who wants to run their own pet care biz but doesn't know…
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222: Fostering Mindful Pet Parents with Alexa Rabini
Summary: What does it mean to help our clients be more mindful? We start by helping them pay attention to changes in their pet and by empowering them to be…
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221: Leveraging Your Business Community
Are you connected with the broader business community in your area? We had a great opportunity recently to introduce our business to other business owners. On…
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220: Making Big Changes with Maria Teran
Are you afraid of big changes? Often times we get frozen in our tracks and are unable to process or move forward when we're faced with major changes. Maria…
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219: Sending Great Updates
Summary Clients expect to be updated on the status of their fur-baby, but there isn't a one size fits all for this in the pet care industry. How should you…
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218: Know Your Customer with Brian Taylor
How are you building multiple ways to service your clients? Sticky services keep clients coming back because you keep solving their problems in new ways. From…
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217: The Power of Words
Sometimes, words are hard. They hold immense power and can make or break relationships. We discuss how to harness those positive words and phrases to propel…
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216: Successful House Sitting with Kylie Fuad from Aussie House Sitters
The house sitting industry continues to change and adapt to the world of Covid. With new lockdowns and vaccine rollouts across the globe, home owners and house…
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215: Can You Have Profit First?
Can you have profit first in your business? Wouldn't you need to be making 6-figures? What systems would you need to have in place to make that happen? We…
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214: Success One Step at a Time with Becky O'Neil
Becky O'Neil, owner of Becky's Pet Care, left the medical field to pursue a career in pet care so she could spend more time with her child. After 20+ years in…
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213: Health Insurance Basics with Scott Dowling
Do you have health insurance? Some believe it's not necessary or may be too expensive, but as entrepreneurs, there are many reasons why it's critical to have…
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212: How to Fail Well
Summary Have you ever failed at something? More importantly, did you grow and learn from your last failure? Instead of viewing ourselves as a failure when a…